Volunteer as a Family This Summer!

The Sandwich Project

You’re never too young to start making a difference! This summer, give back as a family by volunteering for a cause you care about. Start small with a one-time project or jump in by choosing a few things to commit to this summer. Either way, explain to your kids why helping others is important and makes our community a better place for all.

Help Feed Those in Need

Atlanta Community Food Bank

Kids as young as 8 years can volunteer with a parent or guardian at one of ACFB’s community food centers.

The Sandwich Project

This metro Atlanta organization has made and distributed over 1.7 million sandwiches since 2020! Volunteers can make and deliver sandwiches to a drop-off site or host a collection site.

Lasagna Love

Founded during the COVID019 pandemic, Lasagna Love provides home-cooked meal delivery to those in need. Sign up online to get connected with a neighbor in need (you can also sponsor a volunteer).

Little Free Pantry

This grassroots movement aims helps those with food insecurities through mini pantries stocked with free dry goods. Located in multiple areas around metro Atlanta (use the online map to find one), you can restock a pantry or even start a new one.

More Local Organizations

North Fulton Community Charities

Teens 13 and older can volunteer at this organization that assists families with basic needs such as food and clothing through a food pantry and thrift shop. At-home options for all ages include organizing a food drive or creating toiletry bags.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

On June 7, run, walk or stroll in the Strong4Life Superhero Sprint; proceeds benefit CHOA’s programs to help Atlanta families and children. Post-race, enjoy face painting, music, prizes and games. Find more family-friendly volunteer opportunities and events on their website.

MedShare

Help sort surplus medical supplies and equipment that will go to communities in need around the world. Kids ages 8 and up can volunteer with a parent; teens 14 and older can volunteer on their own.

Community Assistance Center

Volunteers ages 15 and older can help out at CAC’s food pantry, thrift shop or donation center. You can also donate school supplies to their Give Kids Tools for School program through July 31.

Fur Kids

FurKids

Volunteers of all ages are welcome at this animal shelter. Kids can organize a supply drive, help with the cat shelter and read to cats. Ages 16-18 can volunteer at the thrift store.

Hands On Atlanta

Volunteer as a family team to tackle some of Atlanta’s most urgent needs, like painting buildings or beautifying parks or gardens. There are also volunteer opportunities for teens only.

Pebble Tossers

Search an age-appropriate directory of free, current volunteer opportunities for kids. The site also includes suggestions for projects kids can do themselves.